Job purpose
The Corporate Communication Officer will coordinate, direct and manage internal and external public relations activities within the 9 Institute; and promote good working relations with the public and stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities

Implementing corporate communications policies, strategies and programmes;
Implementing media relations and internal communications programmes;
Reviewing media supplements and documentaries, press/media releases and features;
Managing and updating social media platforms;
Developing a public Technopolis framework for purposes of public awareness;
Maintain a photo gallery for the Institute;
Coordinating media/advocacy fora;
Developing and updating a database for media contacts;
Providing communication linkage between the Institute and stakeholders;
Editing and production of communication materials, publications, press, statements/releases and writing opinions;
Ensuring adherence to the corporate brand;
Developing information education communication materials;
Analyzing information on communication needs assessment, perceptions, attitude, corporate reputation and recommend intervention measures; and
Reviewing communication materials, including press releases, talking points, reports, speeches, web material and videos.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade a candidate must:

Have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Journalism and Mass Communication, Mass Communication, Communications and Public Relations, International Relations and Diplomacy, Communication Studies, Communication and Media or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Must have at least three (3) years of relevant experience, and
Be Proficient in computer applications.